When deciding on a new home design, dozens of considerations come into play – from the architectural style that fits your personality (and budget) to the location where you’re building. One of the factors that you may not have considered, but should, is the question of whether to include a steep roof in your design. Why? Because there are a number of steep roof pitch advantages that you’ve likely never thought about. From greater energy efficiency to less sun damage, steep roofs are better than their gradual competitors in numerous different areas. And even if you’ve never thought abou ..read more

Most people assume cleaning gutters out in the spring is the way to do it, before things start growing in there. Others think fall is the best time for gutter cleaning, after the leaves fall. In fact, both camps are right. Here is how to figure out the right time to clean your gutters. What Affects the Performance of Your Gutters? Your gutters represent a line of defense for your home and its foundation. Consider all the things your gutters do: Keeps water from damaging your home Keeps water from pooling on the roof or at the base of your home Keeps water from ruining paint and siding Keeps ..read more

After a long season of summer, autumn is here, which means that before you know it fall season will be knocking at your door. With the fall season almost here, you want to make sure that your roof can still protect you from the harsh weather. You can do several things to ensure that your roof is in check during the fall. Clean out Any Scattered Refuse Cleaning up your rooftop can take up a lot of your time, but the end results may prove to be favorable. During autumn, the trees are shedding off their leaves and they will most likely fall off on your rooftop. However, there are several things ..read more

It’s summer. And like most places, it’s probably going to be another summer that topples the last heat record. Temperatures are rising. And what’s taking most of the heat of those record-breaking temperatures: your roof. Even here in Connecticut. What does the heat actually do to your roof and what can you do about it? Find out here. What does summer heat do to your roof? There’s two things that affect your roof during the summer: (1) the actual heat; and (2) summer storms caused by the combination of rising warm air and moisture. During the summer, whether it’s a cloudy day or a clear-blue d ..read more

Moss and algae are very different species of growth frequently occurring on rooftops. The two also have different effects on a roof system. Moss spores and algae are both transferred from one rooftop to another by wind or animals. The methods for preventing algae and moss growth on a roof are very similar. Effects of Algae and Moss Algae — The most common growth on roofs is blue-green algae, recognizable as dark streaks on the roof surface. Algae spores can spread rapidly across a rooftop. Algae are normally not harmful to a roof, but they produce discoloration and dark streaks that present a ..read more

Roof replacement is one of the most important home remodelling projects you’ll have to undertake at some point as a homeowner. It’s expensive, and it can get even pricier if it’s done wrongly the first time. Therefore, homeowners need to ensure that they do their due diligence in the contractor recruitment and cost estimation process. It’s the only way to ensure that you hire a reputable con tractor who is capable of doing the job right the first time around. There are certain questions that every homeowner should ask before hiring a roofing contractor. A bad roofing job will result in leaks ..read more

All living organisms depend on the sun in one way or another. It is no wonder that technology has allowed people to convert the sun’s energy into electricity. Since the sun cannot be depleted, this form of energy is sustainable. Solar roofs can fit in perfectly with the architectural design of a house. They keep your house pretty while converting sunlight into energy. They have a powerwall battery that helps store energy for future use. Tesla’s Solar Roof, however, still leaves a lot of unanswered questions. This post will answer some of those questions. Invisible Solar Cells These cells help ..read more

Is everyone around you replacing their roofs and you are wondering if you need to take up the trend? Here are some of the easy ways of knowing if you need a new roof 1. Age is not just a number It might be with humans but not with the roof. As the house covering nears its 25th birthday, the life expectancy of the shingles nears an end. You need to change the roof a soon as possible to avoid the development of the other issues. Most of the homes we dwell in currently were built at the same time. If yours fall into the same category then you should do what your neighbors are doing, get a new ro ..read more

  The roof is the most important part of your house. However, most homeowners don’t know when it’s time to replace or repair their roof. You don’t have to wait until the time your roof starts to leak, and you have to deal with wet surfaces for you to start paying attention to your roof. Regular roof inspection will help identify warning signs that the roof requires urgent repair or replacement. Here are some of the warning signs that your roof needs servicing. Your Roof Is More than 20 Years If your roof is more than 20 years old, then it’s time to start thinking about for a replacement ..read more

We can’t imagine anything more important that the roof over your head. Getting the right roofing contractor, at the right price, when that roof needs repair, is vital. Here are some tips to make that happen. Seek referrals and reviews. Turn first to those whose opinion you trust. Ask your friends, neighbors, family and co-workers what roofing contractor they used, how quickly the contractor responded and completed the work, how reasonable the price, and how close the final price came to the original quote. Next seek the help of online review sites such as Yelp, Thumbtack, HomeAdvisor, Better B ..read more